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Peer reviewedRoen, Duane H. – Journal of Teaching Writing, 1987
Argues that writing assignments should (1) specify audience, purpose, and topic, (2) define rhetorical problems, (3) incorporate stages of the composing process, (4) provide timely feedback to avoid cognitive overload, and (5) follow some developmental sequence. Describes several assignments based on letter writing. (JG)
Descriptors: Assignments, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Letters (Correspondence)
Peer reviewedCahalan, James M. – Journal of Teaching Writing, 1986
Examines the debate between two approaches to teaching writing: imitation of classic models versus technical writing for the real world. Argues that, in either approach, a developmental sequence of assignments is paramount. Describes compromise course plan based on careers, in which students write research papers about vocations in which they are…
Descriptors: Assignments, Business English, Class Activities, Course Content
Haisty, Donna – Writing Instructor, 1984
Discusses the sequencing of writing assignments based on students' natural development. Cites the work of Piaget and Moffett. (FL)
Descriptors: Assignments, Cognitive Processes, Developmental Stages, Educational Philosophy
